Mimi's Biscuits
Delight your taste buds with Mimi's Biscuits, a timeless, buttery classic that promises light, fluffy perfection in every bite. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold, cubed butter, this recipe is all about achieving the ultimate tender texture and golden crispness. The secret to these mouthwatering biscuits lies in the unique folding technique, which creates irresistible flaky layers. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, these warm, homemade biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting companion to hearty soups and stews. Serve them fresh out of the oven with a pat of butter, a dollop of jam, or any topping you love. Mimi's Biscuits are sure to become your go-to recipe for baking magic—simple, satisfying, and universally loved.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cups whole milk (cold)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Step 3
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork; small pea-sized pieces of butter should remain.
Step 4
Pour in the cold milk and gently stir with a wooden spoon until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Step 5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Using your hands, gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough in half and pat it out again. Repeat this process 2-3 times to build flaky layers.
Step 6
Using a biscuit cutter (or the rim of a glass), cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the edges of the biscuits just barely touch each other to help them rise taller.
Step 7
Reform any remaining scraps of dough and cut additional biscuits, being careful not to overwork the dough.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and brush the tops with a little melted butter (optional) for an extra buttery flavor.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy with butter, jam, or your favorite toppings!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (562.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1865.2 |
| Total Fat 104.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 276.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2620.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.8g | |
| Protein 31.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 93.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 264.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 523.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories